This is the 3725th most frequent Chinese word.
认
"认" means "to recognize" or "to admit."
Here, “认” is used in the sense of recognizing or identifying something familiar.
我认得这个地方。
I recognize this place.
In this sentence, “认” is part of the phrase “认真,” which means serious or conscientious, conveying the attitude towards the action.
他认认真真地完成了任务。
He completed the task conscientiously.
“认” here is part of “认清,” meaning to clearly recognize or identify something, emphasizing clarity in understanding.